Islanders' Mikhail Grabovski: Still not ready to play

Grabovski (upper body) is practicing with the team but still isn't ready to play, Arthur Staple of Newsday reports.

The game Saturday in Boston will be the 10th straight game that Grabovski has missed. His return to practice this week would seem to indicate that his return is getting closer, but as usual, the Isles have been less than forthcoming about when he could play in a game. When he is deemed game ready, he will continue to center the third line.